CNA Res Engagement Leader
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Salary - $20.00 - $24.00 (salary is based on years of experience) -Shift Differentials is $1.50/hour- Weekend Differentials is $2.00/hour Schedule: Part-Time- (10am-6pm)- Only Every other weekend (Saturday, Sunday) - (On-Site) Looking for a great opportunity to be a Memory Care Activity Assistant where you can really make a difference? Join the Westminster Place Team! We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Certified Nursing Assistant, Resident Engagement Leader to provide exceptional care to our residents. This role involves both direct and indirect care under the supervision of a nurse.. Why Choose Us? * Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, & Vision plans * Disability Coverage: Long-term and short-term plans * Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services * Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): With rollover and sellback options * Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer match and baseline * Educational Support: Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs Essential Functions: * Communicates effectively with residents, families, co-workers, supervisors, other employees, volunteers and visitors. * Listens for and responds to information about the person's history, current status, important memories, favorite stories, daily routines, comfort/ reminiscence objects, and people of importance. * Empowers persons with dementia to make decisions each day. * Addresses the unique needs of persons with dementia. * Collaborates with other team members within and across departments in decision-making. * Interact with residents to meet their social and recreational needs, fosters relationships between residents * Organize, lead, and facilitate planned and spontaneous activities of resident choice and neighborhood preference. * Gather residents for programs & provide instruction, motivation and assistance with programs and projects. * Maintain attendance records of activity programs for resident participation. * Transports residents to therapies, activities and appointments. * Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Skills/Qualifications: * Current certification as a nursing assistant with the Illinois Department of Public Health. * Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension) to use medical terminology. * Basic arithmetic skills and good communication abilities. * Genuine interest in working with older adults. * General knowledge of the needs of geriatric residents. * CPR certification is preferred. About Us: At Presbyterian Homes, we are a distinguished non-profit senior living care organization with a legacy dating back to 1904. We offer a full continuum of care across four luxury retirement communities, including independent and assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Our commitment to excellence in senior living has earned us national recognition and accreditation. We foster a supportive and rewarding workplace environment, as evidenced by our consistently high ratings in engagement surveys. Presbyterian Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.